Thesaurus
judicious
adjective
Synonyms and Antonyms of JUDICIOUS
1
having or showing good judgment and restraint especially in conduct or speech <a good teacher who knows how to give judicious criticism as well as praise>
Related Words cautious, chary, circumspect, cozy; forehanded, foresighted, foresightful, forethoughtful; discerning, discriminating, sage, sane, sapient, senseful, sensible, wise; canny, provident; astute, perspicacious, sagacious, shrewd
2
suitable for bringing about a desired result under the circumstances <I'll ask for the raise at a time I deem most judicious>
Related Words advantageous, beneficial, profitable; useful, utilitarian; feasible, possible, practicable, practical; opportune, seasonable, timely; opportunistic, self-seeking
Near Antonyms impractical, profitless, unfeasible, unprofitable; inopportune, unseasonable, untimely
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